Here’s How It Works

Join us in support of North Carolina's farmers, businesses and communities.

  • Pledge to spend 10 percent of your existing food dollars locally
  • We’ll email you with a few simple questions each week
  • We’ll track your progress, and you’ll see our progress statewide
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6420   people


and   843   businesses


spent   $38,222,716   locally

Since July 2010.


Help us build North Carolina's local food economy by joining the campaign and encouraging your family, friends and neighbors to do the same.

News & Happenings


NC 10% Campaign Reaches $25 Million in Local Food Purchases
October 12, 2012 Press Release from the Center for Environmental Farming Systems
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Girl Scout Documentary Featuring the NC 10% Campaign
YouTube video on buying local food by Girl Scout Troop 514
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"Lowes Foods Reports Spring/Summer Local Produce Purchases are Over 20%"
September 10, 2012 Press Release from Lowes Foods
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"Cooperative Extension, others in McDowell producing food locally"
August 20, 2012 article by Mike Conley, The McDowell News
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